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Knowing that
`Cu^(2+) (aq)+2e^(-) to Cu(s) , E^(Theta)=0.34V`
`2Ag^(+)+2e^(-) to 2Ag, E^(Theta)=0.79V`
reason out whether 1 M silver nitrate solution can be stored in copper vessel or 1 M copper sulfate solution can be stored in silver vessel.

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To determine whether a 1 M silver nitrate solution can be stored in a copper vessel or if a 1 M copper sulfate solution can be stored in a silver vessel, we need to analyze the electrochemical reactions and their standard electrode potentials (E°). ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Reactions and Their E° Values:** - For the reduction of copper ions: \[ \text{Cu}^{2+} (aq) + 2e^- \rightarrow \text{Cu} (s), \quad E^\Theta = 0.34 \, \text{V} ...
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